Looking for a stitch pattern that blends smooth structure with beautiful texture? Meet the Hourglass Seamless Pattern—a rhythmic design that uses twisted stitches and knit-one-below techniques to create elegant, flowing columns and offset waves.
This pattern is ideal for scarves, panels, or textured garments where you want visual movement without seams. Whether you’re an intermediate knitter or eager to try new techniques, this 24-row repeat is easy to memorize and satisfying to knit.
📌 Pattern Details
- Stitch multiple: 10 + 1 stitches, plus 2 edge stitches
- Row repeat: 24 rows + 2 setup rows
- Techniques used: Knit 1 below (K1b), Cross 2 Right, Cross 2 Left, slipping stitches, and working stitches as they appear on the WS
- Yarn used: Worsted weight / No. 4
- Needles: Sample – 2.5 mm | Tutorial – 3 mm
- Texture level: Moderate depth, reversible look with a smooth back
- Best for: Scarves, vests, panels, home décor pieces, or any project that highlights structure
🧶 Instruction
Setup Rows (worked once):
Set up row: edge, rep [P4, K1, P1, K1, P3], P1, edge
Set up return row: edge, K1, rep [K3, P1, K1, P1, K4], edge
Repeating rows:
Row 1, 3, 5: edge, rep [P4, K1b, P1, K1b, P3], P1, edge
Row 2, 4, 6: edge, K1, rep [K3, P1, K1, P1, K4], edge
Row 7: edge, rep [P3, (C2R-P), P1, (C2L-P), P2], P1, edge
Row 8: edge, K1, rep [K2, P1, K3, P1, K3], edge
Row 9: edge, rep [P2, (C2R-P), P3, (C2L-P), P1], P1, edge
Row 10: edge, K1, rep [K1, P1, K5, P1, K2], edge
Row 11: edge, rep [P1, (C2R-P), P5, (C2L-P)], P1, edge
Row 12: edge, K1, rep [P1, K7, P1, K1], edge
Row 13, 15, 17: edge, rep [P1, K1b, P7, K1b], P1, edge
Row 14, 16, 18: edge, K1, rep [P1, K7, P1, K1], edge
Row 19: edge, rep [P1, (C2L-P), P5, (C2R-P)], P1, edge
Row 20: edge, K1, rep [K1, P1, K5, P1, K2], edge
Row 21: edge, rep [P2, (C2L-P), P3, (C2R-P), P1], P1, edge
Row 22: edge, K1, rep [K2, P1, K3, P1, K3], edge
Row 23: edge, rep [P3, (C2L-P), P1, (C2R-P), P2], P1, edge
Row 24: edge, K1, rep [K3, P1, K1, P1, K4], edge
📝 Chart
🔑 Key Techniques Used
K1b
Knit 1 below: Insert the right needle into the stitch one row below the next stitch on the left needle and knit it.
Cross 2 Right with Purl (C2R-P)
- Slip two stitches to the right needle.
- With the yarn held at the back, insert the left needle into the second stitch (originally on the right).
- Carefully remove the right needle to let the first stitch drop.
- Pick up the dropped stitch with the right needle.
- Now the stitches are crossed:
- The front stitch (leaning right) is slipped.
- The back stitch is purled.
Cross 2 Left with Purl (C2L-P)
- Slip two stitches to the right needle.
- Grab the right stitch from the front (unlike the right cross).
- Insert the left needle into the right stitch from the front and let the other stitch drop.
- Pick up the dropped stitch and return it to the left needle.
- Now:
- The front stitch is slipped (leaning left).
The back stitch is purled.
▶️ Watch the Full Tutorial
Learn how to work this design step-by-step with detailed voice instructions and close-up visuals:
👉 Watch the Hourglass Seamless Pattern Video on YouTube
✨ Includes:
- Full breakdown of the 24-row repeat
- Tips for reading your stitches and crossing techniques
- Guidance on working edges and adjusting tension
- Easy slow-motion option for tricky rows
💬 Have Questions?
Drop your questions in the video comments or message me directly—I’m always happy to help you knit with confidence.
❤️ Thank You
Thank you for joining me on another stitch journey! Your kind words and continued support mean the world to me. Stay tuned—more patterns are just around the corner.
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– Fariba @WatchKnitting
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